San Diego California Events. Area focus - Lakeside

City: Unincorporated area of San Diego County
Area Population: 42,267
Elevation: 1,164 feet above sea level
Distance from downtown SD: 26.1 miles northeast

Lake Jennings County Park
10108 Bass Road
Lakeside, CA 92040 Map - Park Map - Campground

Though it is only five miles east of El Cajon, Lake Jennings County Park offers its visitors a relaxing sense of being in the country. Hikers can wander along miles of trails across chaparral covered hills. From a campsite high on a ridge, campers will enjoy a sunrise over the lake far below. Those with a passion for angling might hook into a trophy-size catfish. Everyone will enjoy the spectacular views of the El Capitan open space preserve, the rugged face of El Cajon Mountain, and the San Diego River Valley. Truly, Lake Jennings is a convenient year round recreational retreat.

A Park is born
The centerpiece of the park is Lake Jennings itself. It is a fairly new addition to the county, having been created in 1964 by the construction of a dam across the mouth of Quail Canyon. That rock filled dam, 200 feet high and an impressive 975 feet thick at its base, holds 3 billion gallons of water for use by residents of nearby communities.

The campground was built two years later by the Helix Irrigation District, using state grant funds. Though the lake itself is under the jurisdiction of the water district, an agreement between the district and the county allows the parks department to lease the campground. Together, the two agencies provide the public with both drinking water and recreational opportunities.

Fish and Fowl
Many of Lake Jennings's visitors come to the park for one reason: its fish. Indeed, the lake harbors a tantalizing variety: largemouth bass, blue and channel catfish, rainbow trout, and bluegill. Trout are stocked during winter months and catfish during summer, which makes fishing a four-season activity. Anglers can enjoy fishing from county park's 2500 feet of shoreline seven days a week, but they may venture out into the lake (operated by the Helix Irrigation District) by boat only on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. A California fishing license and daily permit are required. Please note that the fees charged by the County for fishing from park shoreline differ from those charged by the Helix Water District for fishing elsewhere in the lake.

Lake Jennings is home to more than finny creatures, of course. Desert cottontails are the commonest animals in the park, and they are joined in the brush by black-tailed jackrabbits, California ground squirrels, and western harvest mice. Coyotes are frequently heard at night, though they are seldom seen by day. Bobcat, possum, striped and spotted skunk, and mule deer are other animal visitors. Bird life is quite varied. The lake supports flocks of waterfowl during the winter, and the chaparral is home to one of the county's rarer residents, the cactus wren. Other birds you might see include wrentits, red-tailed hawks, and several species of sparrows in winter.

Facilities
Lake Jennings County Park is especially suited for recreational vehicle campers. A sizable number of the nearly 100 sites are pull-through full hookups, with many more being partial hookups. Groups can reserve an enclosed clubhouse. There are also a number of walk-back tents sites, along with a youth camping area. Hot showers and a holding tank disposal station will make your stay more convenient. A playground, horseshoe pits, and a nature trail add to the recreational options in the 100-acre park. And only minutes away, three other county parks offer more vistas into this part of San Diego County.

El Monte County Park
1805 El Monte Road
Lakeside, CA 92040 Map - Park Map

The spectacular rocky face of El Cajon Mountain rises high over this park, dominating the other mountains that encircle this valley. El Monte is one of the original County parks and one of the most popular. There are plenty of recreational opportunities in this 98-acre park, including ball fields and play areas. Seven reservable picnic areas make every size picnic easy to arrange.

Lakeside Community Center
9841 Vine Street
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-443-9176) Map

The Lakeside Community Center is aptly named -- it sits on the shore of Lindo Lake, which provides a scenic background for the modern facility. Lindo Lake County Park is the recreational center of the community, with its family and group picnic areas, dance ramada, play areas, softball field, horseshoe pits, fishing, and tennis courts. The park is also home to the local county library. The lake is also known for its excellent birdwatching opportunities.

The community center offers a wide array of programs and services to the youth, adults, and seniors of Lakeside and the surrounding area. Whether it be computer classes, karate instruction, or driver training, you'll find something of interest here. For those who are looking for a site for a meeting, birthday party, or wedding, be sure to see our rental information.

El Capitan
13775 Blue Sky Ranch Road
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-561-0580) Map

Oak Oasis
12612 Wildcat Canyon Road
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-561-0580) Map

Cactus Park
10610 Ashwood Street
Lakeside, CA 92040 Map

Borrego Springs Preserve
Old Springs and Peg Leg Road
Borrego Springs, CA 92004
(760-765-4098) Map

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Library
9839 Vine Street, Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-443-1811) Map - Website

Post Office
12515 Woodside Avenue, Lakeside, CA 92040
(800-275-8777) Map

Schools
Lakeside

Lakeside Farms Elementary School (K-6)
11915 Lakeside Avenue, Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-390-2646) Map - Website

Lakeview Elementary School (K-6)
9205 Lakeview Road, Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-390-2652) Map - Website

Lemon Crest Elementary School (K-6)
12463 Lemon Crest Drive, Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-390-2527) Map - Website

Lindo Park Elementary School (K-6)
12824 Lakeshore Drive, Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-390-2656) Map - Website

Riverview Elementary School (K-6)
9308 Winter Gardens Boulevard, Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-390-2662) Map - Website

Winter Gardens Elementary School (K-6)
8501 Pueblo Road, Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-390-2687) Map - Website

Barona Indian Charter School (K-6)
1095 Barona Road, Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-443-0948) Map

Lakeside Middle School (4-8/7-8)
11833 Woodside Avenue, Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-390-2636) Map - Website

Tierra Del Sol Middle School (4-8/7-8)
9611 Petite Lane, Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-390-2670) Map - Website

River Valley High Charter School (7-12)
9707 1/2 Marilla Drive, Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-390-2579) Map - Website

El Capitan High School (9-12)
10410 Ashwood Street, Lakeside, CA 92040
(619-443-1081) Map - Website

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Lakeside

East County Magazine
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Wikipedia - Lakeside, California

Lakeside is an unincorporated community in San Diego County, California, United States. Lakeside began when the land that it is on was purchased by the El Cajon Valley Land Company. It started as a resort town, based around the once renown automobile race course at Lindo Lake that Barney Oldfield made famous. It was once home to the historical Lakeside Hotel, a destination for health and relaxation reached by long day's buggy ride or train.

It has long held the title of a "cowboy town" or "rodeo town" due to the rural settings, the large percentage of ranches and the abundant horse ownership in the area. Lakeside has also been acclaimed for its almost "Mayberry" feel to it. It is home to an 8-acre (32,000 m²) permanent rodeo facility known world wide as Lakeside Rodeo grounds. What is unique about the rodeo grounds is that it is manned by a totally volunteer group and has been for over 47 years with the premise being support of the Youth of Lakeside. The proceeds from any facility rentals are donated to local youth through sports, service and education grants. The premier rodeo of the Southern CA season is the PRCA sanctioned Lakeside Rodeo (occurs the last weekend in April annually) and it draws over 20,000 observers to the arena. The Lakeside Optimist annually host the Bulls Only Rodeo (July) at the facility and work on behalf of the local youth. Many social and service groups are very active in this town (VFW, Elks, Optimist, Soroptimist, 4H, FFA, Boys and Girls Club, Boys Scouts and Girls Scouts, Peacebuilders, PLAY, youth soccer, baseball and football teams, BMX) and the Historical Society works hard to keep the Americana feel to the Maine Street. One of the major focuses of the community has been the establishment of a River Park along the meandering river bed, where equestrians and walkers alike can enjoy pristine, safe paths and native animals can reside.

Other noticeable qualities about Lakeside are the residents' pride, deep love and respect for the rural area, and the fortunate lack of growth in any economic sector. As the years have passed, the area has also changed with diversity in ethnic make-up. Instead, many cultures have moved outward from the inner city San Diego without fear, in search of the stability that this rugged little town offers. The U.S. Navy maintains two large housing sites for military dependents in the town.

The Barona Casino is located slightly north of Lakeside (30 minutes from downtown San Diego), and is home to a restful as well as stylish hotel, a respected golf course and top of the mark buffet. The legal gambling age at the property is 18. The spokesman is singer Kenny Rogers.

Lakeside has been a choice site for filming, such as the TV series "Renegade".

Lakeside has two large reservoirs, El Capitan and San Vicente.


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